MSc International Business
Birmingham, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
GBP 30,330 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for International students | 30 August 2024 deadline for Home students
** for International students | Home students: £15,030
Introduction
Launch your global career by studying our innovative, practical-focused International Business MSc programme.
As the business sector continues to undergo a digital transformation, it has become even more important that the next generation of leaders understand the challenges facing international business.
When studying our MSc in International Business, you will consider the latest practical issues facing international firms, including, the multifaceted concept of responsible business, trade-offs in operations, cooperative strategies, and new approaches to enhancing competitiveness.
Through this practice-orientated programme, you will develop your problem-solving and decision-making skills to ensure you are ready to handle the fast pace of global business.
On our MSc in International Business programme, you will consider the latest practical issues facing international firms. These include the multifaceted concept of responsible business, trade-offs in operations, cooperative strategies, and new approaches to enhancing competitiveness.
With responsible and ethical business practices embedded at its core, this programme will enable you to become part of a new generation of leaders who can make positive and sustainable changes to the industry.
The programme is designed around a pathway-to-practice approach that focuses on developing key skills including understanding the latest business models, international competition, optimising modern technology, innovation, and data analytics.
You will have the opportunity to learn and work with our staff and students from our Dubai and Singapore campuses, allowing you to gain international experiences from an educational and practical point of view. There will also be opportunities to work on company projects that tackle issues global firms are experiencing in real life.
On the MSc International Business programme, you will benefit from these international industrial links and will join an innovative community of learners studying International Business.
Why study this course at Birmingham?
- Join an international cohort of students with access to a diverse learning community and opportunities to study abroad at our Dubai and Singapore campuses.
- Birmingham is the UK’s second city and is located at the heart of the country, making it a well-connected business hub for some of the largest global companies.
- Our International Business programme is a pathway-to-practice, co-created by employers, alumni, and academics, to ensure you are well-equipped to take on lead roles once you graduate.
- The University of Birmingham is a globally-ranked, world –top 100 university and is a member of the prestigious Russell Group.
- Birmingham Business School is part of an elite group of global business schools that holds the Triple-Crown accreditation from leading bodies AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB.
Admissions
Curriculum
Unless indicated otherwise the modules listed for this programme are for students starting in 2024.
Core modules
- International Business (20 credits)
- International Strategy (20 credits)
- Practising and Managing International Business (20 credits)
- Dissertation (60 credits)
You will then choose 3 optional modules from the list below. Each module is worth 20 credits.
- International Business Data Analytics
- Cooperative Strategy in International Business
- International Entrepreneurship and Marketing
- Global Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Governance and Global Responsibility
- Disruptive Innovation and International Business
Depending on availability, you may be able to apply to study abroad (e.g., Dubai campus, or the Singapore Institute of Management) for one of your second semester 20 credit modules.
Please note: The modules listed on the website for this programme are regularly reviewed to ensure they are up-to-date and informed by the latest research and teaching methods. On rare occasions, we may need to make unexpected changes to compulsory modules; in this event, we will contact offer holders as soon as possible to inform or consult them as appropriate.
Assessment Methods
Taught modules contribute towards two-thirds of your final assessment. The dissertation contributes one-third. Modules are assessed using written examinations and coursework. Coursework can take various forms, including reports, essays, group presentations and practical assignments. Some coursework is group-based.
Scholarships and Funding
Discover our unique scholarship offers
At Birmingham Business School we offer a wide variety of scholarships for our new MSc students in 2024.
These awards are available to both UK and international applicants and range in value from partial to full tuition fee support.
What funding is available?
- Dean's Responsible Business Scholarships
- MSc Economics Scholarships
- MSc Supply Chain Management Scholarships
- MSc Sustainable Innovation and Entrepreneurship Scholarships
- UK/Home Scholarships
- European Scholarships
- Indian Subcontinent Scholarships
- African Scholarships
- Rest of the World Scholarships
Program Tuition Fee
Accreditations
Ideal Students
This programme is for those interested in current international issues and who want to start a global career in business management.
Career Opportunities
Get prepared for the real world of business
This programme will ensure you are practice-ready and able to tackle real-life challenges in international business. Working with real databases and business case studies, this programme will support you in developing the key skills that are in demand by organisations across the world.
Be part of an international learning community
Gain experience working in a diverse team by working closely with our student cohorts at our Edgbaston, Dubai, and Singapore campuses. This programme also provides students with the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities.
Employability is placed at the forefront
The programme is designed to enhance your employability by building your knowledge in key areas of international business such as cooperative strategy, global operations, business analytics, marketing, and global responsibility.
You will also have the opportunity to draw on the talents of our alumni who are very much integrated into the programme. With their expertise, combined with the breadth of the syllabus, this Master's programme will prepare you for a successful international career.
Our graduates have gone on to have careers in the following roles:
- Marketing Executive
- Financial Auditor
- Project Manager
- Digital Marketing Specialist
- Operations Manager
- Communications Analyst
- Human Resources Advisor
- Management Consultant
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Risk Advisory Consultant
- Assistant Brand Manager
- Strategic Projects Analyst
BBS Careers and Careers Network
As a Birmingham Business School student, you will benefit from two award-winning Careers teams.
Careers Network is the University of Birmingham careers and employability team offering: career fairs, employer events with top firms across the UK, start-up and entrepreneurial activities, and support. Internships and bursaries are also available exclusively to University of Birmingham students.
BBS Careers is a dedicated service for Birmingham Business School students. The team provides guidance, support, and work experience opportunities, tailored to business school students, to help them succeed during and after university. We offer workshops, alumni and employer events, and 1-to-1 consultations. These will help you to develop your skills and learn how to submit high-quality internship and graduate applications.
BBS Careers is one of a few, if not the only business school career service to offer life-long support.
We are here to support you! Whether you are applying for a postgraduate end-of-study internship, a graduate job, or applying for a management role five years after graduation.
Program Admission Requirements
Show your commitment and readiness for Grad school by taking the GRE - the most broadly accepted exam for graduate programs internationally.